Software Engineer

Software Engineer £50k Base + Excellent Benefits
Ref: ABJ6539

Location: Cambridgeshire | Permanent

Are you a Software Engineer who enjoys building real-world engineering solutions that combine automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technology?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Software Engineer to join a growing and innovative engineering business with a strong technical reputation. Working within a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team, you will play a key role in the design, development, testing, and commissioning of advanced manufacturing equipment, including automated handling and collation systems, robotics integration, and intelligent control platforms.

This is a hands-on role where you will have ownership across the full software lifecycle from initial concept and design through to implementation, testing, release, and ongoing optimisation. Youll work closely with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers to create robust, responsive, and reliable automation solutions used in cutting-edge industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software for advanced automated manufacturing systems
• Programme and configure PLC and HMI control systems
• Develop and integrate robotics and motion control applications
• Support system testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative technical solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement and future product development

Skills & Experience Required

Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent commercial experience

Experience with PLC and HMI programming
(Mitsubishi PLC experience advantageous, though Allen Bradley, Siemens, or Omron backgrounds are also highly relevant)

Familiarity with Structured Text PLC programming

Experience with high-level programming languages such as: C#, C++, Java, Python, VB.NET

Strong problem-solving ability and analytical mindset

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Why Join?

Stable and established engineering business with exciting growth plans

Opportunity to work on advanced automation and robotics projects

Genuine career progression and long-term development

Competitive salary and benefits package

To Apply- to Alison Basson07814 547440 Ref ABJ6539